Sunday, March 12, 2017

The Cheval Mirror Adding Beauty Throughout The Centuries

By Simon Atlas


The cheval mirror originated in France several hundred years ago. However, because it is so useful and attractive it is still widely popular today. Read on to find out more about this fascinating piece of dcor.

When talking about a mirror the majority of us will envision something that is installed on the wall. This type however is designed specifically so that it stands only on the floor. Because of this when shopping you will often notice that they are advertised as a "cheval floor mirror."

Many people are on the hunt for something that is an actual antique. And that is quite understandable since their is something to be said about furnishings that were made and used in another era. Fortunately since they have been produced for such an extensive period of time there are quite a few still around. You may want to search for an antique cheval mirror at a local antique dealer, yard sales, or of course on the internet.

We all have different tastes when it comes to what material we prefer for the frame. The 2 most commonly available are wood or metal. Wooden frames are made from a range of wood types so you can find everything from a pine to an oak cheval mirror. Metal comes in many different coatings which means you'll see bronze, gold, and silver choices.

Different from other choices with this type of mirror you don't have many shapes to pick from. The way in which they are built limits you to either an oval or rectangular mirror. Both of these can be stunning but in their own way so which you pick will definitely be determined by what your preferences are.

Sometimes a mirror can contain hidden surprises which is without a doubt the case with a cheval mirror with storage for jewelry. Different from anything you've most likely ever seen, these have a hidden compartment behind the glass where you can keep your entire collection organized and out of sight.

When looking at mirrors of this type you will notice that they have a very unique feature. Different from almost all other choices they can be tilted to any angle. This allows anyone to use one no matter how short or tall.

It's not hard to see why cheval mirrors have remained at the top of the list for so many people. And with the choices listed above you'll be able to find one that not only meets your needs but surpasses them.




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